IP ratings refer to the level of protection given by an enclosure, against solids and liquids. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to resistance against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IPX4, the Sony WF C500's rating is read as, the first value of X denotes that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. Compared to the Sony WF C500, Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a rating of IP57 meaning that
ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety
and that of liquids is that,
Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a higher liquid rating than Sony WF C500
The Sony WF C500 have a weight of 10.8g . We prefer a lower weight better for the reason that lighter devices are easier to carry.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro, at 10.8g
have the same weight as the Sony WF C500
True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Sony WF C500 are true wireless for this case since they have no cables. This is a major difference as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .
Jabra Elite 7 Pro also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the pair of earbuds .
Sony WF C500 are resistant to sweat
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
Sony WF C500 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Sony WF C500's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both Jabra Elite 7 Pro and Sony WF C500 have stereo speakers
Sony WF C500 sit tightly in place, creating a sound covering that tones down background sounds well as preventing the earbuds music from leaking out .
Both Jabra Elite 7 Pro, and Sony WF C500 have passive noise reduction which implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.
Sony WF C500 driver unit is 5.8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, its size corellates with the sound made by the device. Jabra Elite 7 Pro driver unit is 6mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of Sony WF C500 by 0.2mm
, as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not mean that they produce better quality sound. The Sony WF C500's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices produce equal bass
The Sony WF C500's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio device makes high audible frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices produce equal treble
Sony WF C500's battery life is 10 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often. Jabra Elite 7 Pro's battery life is
less than that of Sony WF C500 by 1 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. This is given by the vendor, and the Sony WF C500's case is said to have a charge of 10 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro's charging case has a battery life of 24 hours,
more than that of Sony WF C500 by 14 hours
It takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the Sony WF C500's battery. It is highly adivsable to fully charge the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for extended periods. Sony WF C500 have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights display the charging state of your earbuds and case. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you to tell the charging state of your earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low. Sony WF C500 use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power through a single cable.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets. Sony WF C500 have Bluetooth version of 5, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data movement between devices placed in range, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
newer than that of Sony WF C500
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The Sony WF C500 have a 9meters distance to connect via Bluetooth. Jabra Elite 7 Pro have a maximum range of 10meters,
longer than that of Sony WF C500 by 1meters
Sony WF C500 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Because it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Being the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Sony WF C500 will work well with your iPad.
If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The Sony WF C500 have 2 microphones. While the Jabra Elite 7 Pro microphones are 8,
more than that of Sony WF C500 by 6
. More microphones record better sound quality and help the earbuds to filter out background sounds.
The Sony WF C500 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to reduce the time it takes to fully charge a device. Jabra Elite 7 Pro support fast charging.
It's very similar to regular charging, just that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in thirty minutes. The Sony WF C500 have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro also have the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but you can still hear the other party talk. The Sony WF C500, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device.
The Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a control panel on them. Sony WF C500 have a warranty period of 1 Years, the period of time that warrant free repair and adjustment services in case of a malfunction occurring under normal use following instruction manuals. The Sony WF C500 have voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too support voice prompts .i.e the earbuds notifies you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device. Sony WF C500 come with a special pouch.
Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing can easily damage them. Jabra Elite 7 Pro too have a case included, which offers safe transportation.
